Maximal Aerobic Speed – Programme Design

Maximal Aerobic Speed (MAS) based intervals is a unique metabolic conditioning training methodology, allowing programmed intervals to be pre-set to a percentage of an athletes vVO2max or MAS. Like all forms of interval training, MAS allows an athlete to train at higher intensities by performing repeated high intensity efforts intermitted with short recovery periods, allowing for a greater total volume of work to be performed at high intensities. MAS training is an extension of traditional interval training methods, as the metabolic demands of MAS training are specific to an individual’s aerobic capacity. The quantification of the metabolic demands when implementing MAS training allows an athlete to train at higher intensities with greater precision, therefore providing a means of measured progress.

Course Aims & Objectives

1. The bioenergetic systems and how they relate to aerobic and anaerobic performance, including desired training adaptations that occur as a result of MAS training
2. How to test for MAS, and the additional factors which should be considered when testing for Maximal Aerobic Speed
3. How to correctly program and implement submaximal, maximal and supramaximal MAS training, using varying MAS training methods including the EuroFit, Grid, and Tabata MAS training methods
4. How to correctly periodised and implement MAS training within a pre-season and in-season training phase
5. How to correctly periodised and implement MAS training within speed and agility training, technical / tactical training and as a stand-alone session